EARLE F. BLUMES

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EARLE F. BLUMES February 22, 1933 - December 8, 2007 With sadden hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Earle Frank Blumes, on Saturday, December the 8th. At the time of Earle's passing Jews across the world lit the fifth candle of Chanukah. Earle was predeceased by his dear wife, Freda just over a year ago. By his parents, Wolfe and Edith Blumes, his in-laws Meyer and Sarah Luffman, his sister-in-law Molly Leszcz and nephew Harry Leszcz, all of Winnipeg He is survived by his devoted sons, Jacob Blumes of Calgary and Rabbi Nathan Blumes of Brooklyn and their respective families. His Brother-in-law Ben and his wife Pauline Luffman, Brother-in-law Hymie Leszcz and nieces Carol Leszcz-Waldman of Winnipeg and Jackie Lyman of Ottawa and their respective families. Earle also leaves many dear friends and family dispersed across Canada and the United States. Earle, born in the North End of Winnipeg, grew up with a strong sense of traditional family values. He was a most devoted son to his parents, and spent much time with his father, as Wolfe aged in his golden years. Earle held various positions with the Manitoba Provincial Government for over 35 years, yet his true dedication and commitment was to his wife, Freda and his sons. Married in 1963, Earle enjoyed 43 years of marriage to Freda. In Freda's later years, during a lengthy illness, Earle was constantly her side, giving her his full devotion, support and love. Earle was a proud Winnipegger. Of his close family Earle was the only member who was born and lived his entire life in Winnipeg. In his own quite and discreet manner, Earle lived a modest life, yet enjoyed and appreciated family and friends. He especially enjoyed the visits from his granddaughters, Chana and Shterna Blumes, during their summer visits from Brooklyn. Due to Freda's illness, Earle's granddaughters celebrated their Bas Mitzvah's in Winnipeg, giving Earle the opportunity to join and Schepp Yiddeshe Nachas. Many members of the extended Blumes family across North America participated. It was a bright and shining time for him. Funeral Services were held Monday, December 10 at the Chessed Shel Emes Chapel, with interment at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Cemetery next to his wife, and in close proximity to his parents and his in-laws. Rabbi Avrohom Altein, representative of the Chabad Lubavitch Movement in Winnipeg and Spiritual Leader of the Ashkanazi Synagouge officiated the Services, together with Rabbi Nosson Blumes of Brooklyn, NY. Special uplifting words of comfort were said by his Mechuton, Rabbi Beryl Mochkin, Emmisary of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, and Executive Director of the Lubavitch Youth Organization of Montreal, Canada. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Seven Oaks Hospital, and Doctors Patel, Unruh and Hairet for their dedication and care. For those wishing to perpetuate Earle's memory please contact Rabbi Avrohom Altein, at 204-339-8737 for more details. The Blumes Family may be contacted at 640 Eastern Parkway, #1C Brooklyn, NY 11213 USA 1-718-363-7666 nblumes@aol.com May his memory be a source of blessing and inspiration to us all.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 15, 2007